2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 738 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Trajet | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Trajet | Excel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
