1983 Lotus Excel vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1987 Acura Integra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
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, 1987 Acura Integra, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 1987 Acura Integra | |
Make | Lotus | Acura |
Model | Excel | Integra |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4285 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |