1995 Lotus Elan vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Elan | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elan | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
