1983 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2004 Mazda Demio is newer by 21 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Demio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Demio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
