1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 31 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eclat | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |
