1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 74 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corsica | Excel |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
