2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elise | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 65 L |
