1986 Lotus Excel vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, both 1986 Lotus Excel and 1986 Buick Century were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Because 1986 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 1986 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick Century, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Excel | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Lotus | Buick |
| Model | Excel | Century |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 90 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2662 mm |
