1990 Holden Statesman vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1990 Holden Statesman is newer by 7 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 430 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel. 1990 Holden Statesman 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. 1990 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Statesman | Excel |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
