2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Express | Excel |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 31 L |