1995 Lotus Elan vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1995 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Elan | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elan | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3200 mm |
