1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Eclat | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 74 L |
