2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
