1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 371 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Excel | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
