2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 153 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | HR-V | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
