2003 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 29 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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 (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Freelander | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Freelander | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
