2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 20 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 32 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 287 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | C-MAX | Excel |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 31 L |
