1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster 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 Peugeot 407, 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Excel | 407 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
