1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
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, 1997 Renault Laguna, 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 (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Eclat | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
