2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
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 Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | 818 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |