2008 Lotus Elise vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 38 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), 2008 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 169 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elise | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
