2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 23 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 542 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.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
| Model | EX | Excel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 31 L |
