1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 530 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lotus Eclat | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Lotus | Xedos |
Model | Eclat | 9 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |