2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 241 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Esprit | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |