2009 Ford Escape vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 29 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escape | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
