1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1345 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Lotus | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Eclat | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
