2005 Lexus SC vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 340 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.
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, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Lexus | Lotus |
| Model | SC | Excel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
