1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 20 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 7 more horse power than 2000 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus IS weights approximately 296 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS. 2000 Lexus IS 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. 2000 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Eclat | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | Lotus | Lexus |
Model | Eclat | IS |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |