1995 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 407 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Grand Caravan | Excel |
Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |