1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 17 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Eclat | 245 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
