2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elise | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
