1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 615 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 1994 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1974 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1974 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Eclat | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |
