2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929.
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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
