2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 24 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel.
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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel. 2007 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 1983 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1983 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Aspen | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Aspen | Excel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 31 L |