1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Esprit | 626 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |