1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. 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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | 818 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
