1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
