1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 4 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 435 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, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Nova | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Nova | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
