2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
