1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 39 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 705 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.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eclat | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1811 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 71 L |
