1999 GAZ 3110 vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3110 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GAZ 3110 | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | GAZ | Lotus |
Model | 3110 | Eclat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |