2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 21 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 991 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Terracan | Excel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
