1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 28 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 49 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Renault Logan, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Eclat | Logan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
