2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | GT 1 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
