2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 26 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Matiz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
| Model | Matiz | Excel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 31 L |
