1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 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 81 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Excel weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Excel | Fabia |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |