1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 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 27 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929.
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, 1986 Mazda 929 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | 929 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
