1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 21 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit. 2005 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1705 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 |
