1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 32 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 961 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Eclat | Milan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
