2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 14 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Excel weights approximately 361 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 2000 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2000 Ginetta G34 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:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Ginetta | Lotus |
| Model | G34 | Excel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1020 mm |
