1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 59 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Excel | 25 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |