2000 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 15 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 29 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, 2000 Ford Focus, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Excel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |