1983 Ford Granada vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Granada | Eclat |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |