1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 2 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 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 90 kg more 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Sunbird | Eclat |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |