1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 24 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 98 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Excel weights approximately 107 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2010 Daewoo Kalos, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 2010 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2010 Daewoo Kalos 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 | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Lotus | Daewoo |
Model | Excel | Kalos |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 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 | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |