1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 1 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Xantia | Excel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
