1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Esprit | B2300 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |