2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | Luce |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |