1968 Lotus Elan vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, both 1968 Lotus Elan and 1968 Mazda Luce were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Elan | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elan | Luce |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 430 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
