2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 30 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 97 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Pride Wagon | Eclat |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |