2002 Lotus Elise vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. Both 2002 Lotus Elise and 1968 Mazda Luce are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 304 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elise | Luce |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
