2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
