1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 33 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), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1056 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Eclat | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Eclat | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1688 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2895 mm |