1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 36 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Eclat | 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
