2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1157 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.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Tahoe | Excel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |