2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 108 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Because 1986 Lotus Excel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Rondo | Excel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |