2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Sera weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Exige | Sera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
