1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 Lotus Esprit is newer by 7 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Esprit | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | 929 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
