1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 18 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Excel | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Excel | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 74 L |
