1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 37 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Eclat | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
