1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is newer by 19 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 773 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 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia, 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lotus Excel | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
Model | Excel | Proudia |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |