1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 251 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, 2010 Jeep Compass, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Lotus | Jeep |
Model | Excel | Compass |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 51 L |