1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 74 L |
