1983 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 673 kg more than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2990 mm |
