1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 394 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.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | F-Type | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
