2000 Lotus M250 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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 M250 (180 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | M250 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
