1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 199 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 Vitara 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) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Excel | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
