1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 35 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 349 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, 2009 Nissan Altima, 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lotus Eclat | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Eclat | Altima |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |