2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 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 94 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | 929 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |