1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 174 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 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excel | A |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |