1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 8 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 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 107 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (92 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Lotus | Vauxhall |
| Model | Eclat | Nova |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
