1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 26 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 72 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 147 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
Model | Excel | Getz |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 181 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 | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |