1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Eclat | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
