Lotus Excel

General information
Model	Lotus Excel
Year	1983
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	2174 ccm (132.66 cubic inches)
Fuel type	Gasoline
Fuel mixed driving	9.1 litres/100 km (25.85 miles per gallon)
Seats	4
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 5-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	2174 ccm (132.66 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 4 cylinder
Max power	162.20 PS (119 kW or 160 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque	218 Nm (22.2 kgf-m or 160.8 ft.lbs) at 5250 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke	95.3 x 76.2 mm (3.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel system	Carburetor
Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 5-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	206.0 km/h (128.0 mph)
0-60 miles	7.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1429 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Coupe
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	4530 litres (1,197 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Front brakes	Disks
Rear brakes	Disks
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1135 kg (2,502.2 pounds)
Overall length	4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width	1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height	1020 mm (40.2 inches)
Wheelbase	2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	31.0 litres (8.19 gallons)