1979 Lotus Eclat vs. 1987 Toyota Lite Ace
To start off, 1987 Toyota Lite Ace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Lite Ace weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 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.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lotus Eclat | 1987 Toyota Lite Ace | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Eclat | Lite Ace |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1451 cc |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1910 mm |