1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 19 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 77 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 59 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Excel | Liana |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |