1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2010 Proton Satria
To start off, 2010 Proton Satria 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Proton Satria weights approximately 24 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
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 Proton Satria, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Excel | 2010 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Lotus | Proton |
| Model | Excel | Satria |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
