1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 178 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
