1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1328 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.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1974 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1974 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lotus | Dodge |
| Model | Eclat | Ram |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |
