2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 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, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Rainier | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
