2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 1974 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Elise | 929 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |