1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. 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, 2005 Proton Saloon, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Lotus | Proton |
Model | Excel | Saloon |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |