1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 20 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 75 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 8 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, 2006 Mazda 3, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lotus Excel | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Excel | 3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |