1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 330 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excel | C |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |