2001 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 21 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 506 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Aceca | Eclat |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |