2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 23 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1300 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.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Canyon | Excel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2174 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 31 L |
