1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2005 MG ZT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 MG ZT. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel 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 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT, 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 2005 MG ZT | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Excel | ZT |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |