1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia 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 229 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 589 kg more than 1965 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
