2000 Lotus M250 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | M250 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
