2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 611 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lotus Eclat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat. 2006 Ford Expedition 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. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Expedition | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |
