1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 16 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
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, 2001 Toyota Celica, 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Excel | Celica |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |