1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 372 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lotus Eclat | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Eclat | Avensis |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |