1983 Lotus Excel vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 7 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 70 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica 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. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Excel | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Excel | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
