2004 Ford Escape vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 19 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 287 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Escape | Excel |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
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 | 1458 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |