2003 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2003 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-150 | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Excel |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
