1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |
