1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 279 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Excel | Bora |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |