2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 308 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
