1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 30 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 808 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 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel. 2013 Infiniti FX 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. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Excel | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Excel | FX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2885 mm |
