1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1965 Renault 8
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1965 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 431 kg more than 1965 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 1965 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Excel | 8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
