1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 4 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Eclat | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
