2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| 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 | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
