1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1992 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1992 Subaru SVX is newer by 7 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 449 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel. 1992 Subaru SVX 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. 1992 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 1992 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Excel | SVX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
