2007 Ford Territory vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 839 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Territory | Excel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2174 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 31 L |
