1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 22 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 358 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, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 2008 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lotus Excel | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Excel | 75 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |