1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 20 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 126 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (204 Nm). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Excel | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
