1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2005 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2005 MCC Crossblade is newer by 22 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) has 90 more horse power than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 391 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade. 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Excel | 2005 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Lotus | MCC |
| Model | Excel | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1810 mm |
