2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1974 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 1974 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
