1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 1993 Mazda Lantis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit 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 (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (121 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Lantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 16 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Lantis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
