1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 21 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 287 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, 2007 Volvo V50, 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lotus Excel | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Excel | V50 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |