1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Luce |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
