1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 14 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Excel weights approximately 187 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1986 Lotus Excel (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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.
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1986 Lotus Excel | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Excel | Vitara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |