2003 Isuzu Wizard vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Wizard 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 594 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 2003 Isuzu Wizard 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 Isuzu Wizard 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Wizard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Wizard | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Wizard | Excel |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
