1974 Lotus Elite vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Elite. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 69 kg more than 1974 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Elite. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Elite | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elite | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |
