1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona is newer by 13 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 1 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1980 Lotus Eclat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona. 1993 Proton Persona has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Proton Persona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Lotus | Proton |
| Model | Eclat | Persona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
