2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Elise weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
