1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (215 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Esprit | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 405 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |