1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan 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 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 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 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elan | Luce |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
