1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Blazer | Excel |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |