1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 18 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 718 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJR | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 67 L |
