1986 Lotus Excel vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 63 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel.
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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1986 Lotus Excel (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 1995 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lotus Excel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lotus Excel | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Excel | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 54 L |