2004 Acura RSX vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 21 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, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura RSX weights approximately 87 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, 2004 Acura RSX, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | RSX | Excel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
