2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 35 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Terios | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
