1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 is newer by 34 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lotus Eclat | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Eclat | MR2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 48 L |