1983 Lotus Excel vs. 1977 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 175 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Excel | 1977 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Excel | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
