1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 758 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Lotus | Dodge |
| Model | Excel | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
