2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 27 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | E-150 | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
