1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eclat | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
