1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 482 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.
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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Excel | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Excel | G25 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
