1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 24 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 36 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 54 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, 2009 Mazda 3, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Excel | 3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 204 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 | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |