1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 278 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2200 mm |
