1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 54 kg more than 1970 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
