1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 146 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Luce |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
