1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 is newer by 16 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 174 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Excel | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
