1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 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), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 448 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2200 mm |
