2009 Lotus Evora vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 2009 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Evora | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Evora | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
