1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 30 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 696 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Eclat | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Eclat | Panamera |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |