1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 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 107 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 226 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 1999 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
Model | Excel | Colt |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |