1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Lotus Elan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Luce weights approximately 161 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elan | Luce |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 889 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
