2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 31 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 739 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XKR | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
