2007 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 168 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Focus | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
