1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1610 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Eclat | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
