1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 25 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 753 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel. 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lotus Excel | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Excel | Highlander |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 73 L |