1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 11 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Excel weights approximately 2 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lotus Excel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
| Model | Guara | Excel |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
