1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel. 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, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Excel | RunX |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |