1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 284 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Eclat | Forester |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
