2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1346 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Express | Excel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 31 L |
