1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 221 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky 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 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Rocky | Excel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
