1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 27 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 20 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 900 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Eclat | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
