2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Exige | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
