1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 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 92 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 21 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Excel | 929 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
