1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 950 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eclat | G |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
