1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 71 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Excel | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |