1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 22 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 554 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 2007 Ford Galaxy 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. 2007 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Excel | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
