1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2006 Acura CSX is newer by 21 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 26 more horse power than 2006 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura CSX weights approximately 172 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
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, 2006 Acura CSX, 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura CSX. 2006 Acura CSX 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. 2006 Acura CSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Lotus | Acura |
| Model | Excel | CSX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
