1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 628 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Chante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
