1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L 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 137 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 346 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Excel | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
