2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 28 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. Both 2002 Honda S-MX and 1974 Lotus Eclat are equipped with a 1,973 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | S-MX | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
