2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 364 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
