2000 Hyundai XG vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2000 Hyundai XG is newer by 14 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai XG weights approximately 383 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel.
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, 2000 Hyundai XG, 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, 2000 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai XG | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | XG | Excel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |