2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1312 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Tahoe | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
