1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel 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 98 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 156 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira, 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira. 1986 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1985 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1985 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 1986 Holden Camira | |
Make | Lotus | Holden |
Model | Excel | Camira |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |