1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 164 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Eclat | 205 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 110 L |
