2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina 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 133 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
