1971 Lotus Elan vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1971 Lotus Elan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Elan (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda 616 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lotus Elan (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Elan | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elan | 616 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
