1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1420 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.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eclat | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
