1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 28 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 678 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
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, 2002 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Eclat | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
