1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 17 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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 (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
