1986 Lotus Excel vs. 1996 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1996 Steyr G-series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Steyr G-series. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1996 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Steyr G-series weights approximately 913 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Because 1996 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Steyr G-series 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, 1996 Steyr G-series (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Excel | 1996 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Lotus | Steyr |
| Model | Excel | G-series |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
