1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 306 is newer by 17 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 81 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 39 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, 2002 Peugeot 306, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Excel | 306 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |