1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 15 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 571 kg more than 1974 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1974 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1974 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Avanti | Lotus |
| Model | Avanti | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
