2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Extreme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Extreme would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Extreme | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1798 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2329 mm |
