2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Canyon | Excel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 31 L |
