1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 24 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
