1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2010 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 27 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 12 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Tocsa. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Tocsa.
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, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa, 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, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa (320 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm). This means 2010 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel. 2010 Daewoo Tocsa has automatic transmission and 1983 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1983 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Daewoo Tocsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 2010 Daewoo Tocsa | |
Make | Lotus | Daewoo |
Model | Excel | Tocsa |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |