1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Esprit | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | 929 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
