1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 29 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1270 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.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eclat | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
