2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 365 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | CR-V | Excel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 31 L |