1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 8 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 228 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Eclat | 228 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
