1971 Lotus Seven vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Seven | 929 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
