1983 Lotus Excel vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega, 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega has automatic transmission and 1983 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1983 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
Model | Excel | Omega |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |