1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 36 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (187 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Lotus | Jaguar |
| Model | Eclat | XF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
