1994 Skoda Felicia vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1994 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Exige weights approximately 24 kg more than 1994 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Skoda Felicia, 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 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Skoda Felicia | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Skoda | Lotus |
| Model | Felicia | Exige |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |
