1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 169 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Esprit | Familia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |