2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 445 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sorento | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1104 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
