2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 529 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel. 2004 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1985 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1985 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XK | Excel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
