2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
