1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 Lotus Esprit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Esprit | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | 929 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
