1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
