1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 28 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 150 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.
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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Lotus | Mini |
Model | Excel | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |