1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 28 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 26 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Lotus | Ford |
Model | Excel | Kuga |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 53 L |