1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 949 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 89 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
