1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Etna | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Etna | 626 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |