1984 Audi 90 vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 10 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 90 | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
