2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 25 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 846 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Explorer | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
