1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 369 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Excel | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |
