1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2005 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avalon 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2005 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel. 2005 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1985 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1985 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 2005 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Excel | Avalon |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |