1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1974 Suzuki LJ 20
To start off, both 1974 Lotus Eclat and 1974 Suzuki LJ 20 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki LJ 20.
Because 1974 Suzuki LJ 20 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Suzuki LJ 20 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 1974 Suzuki LJ 20 | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Eclat | LJ 20 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
