1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 536 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
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 Toyota Previa, 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Eclat | Previa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
