1966 Lotus Elan vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Elan | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elan | 626 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1557 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2620 mm |
