1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 11 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 46 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
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, 1996 Peugeot 605, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605. 1996 Peugeot 605 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. 1996 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Excel | 605 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |