1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 28 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 741 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel. 2013 Cadillac XTS 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. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Lotus | Cadillac |
| Model | Excel | XTS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
