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Lotus Excel

Bodywork

type 2+2 FHC
doors 2

Engine information

Bore × stroke 95.30 mm × 76.20 mm 3.75 in × 3 in
Cylinders S-4
Displace 2.2 litre 2174 cc (132.666 cu in)
Engine type DOHC
Valves 4 valves per cylinder | 16 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 9.50:1
Fuel system 2 De carbs
Maximum power 162.2 PS (160.0 bhp) (119.3 kW) @ 6500 rpm
0-50 mph
0-60 mph 7.40 s
0-100 mph
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile)
Standing km
Top speed 206 km/h (128 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 140.97 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque 217.0 Nm (160 ft·lb) (22.1 kgm) @ 5250 rpm
bmep 1254.3 kPa (181.9 psi)
Specific torque 99.82 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code Lotus 912
Main bearings 5
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 1.25
Unitary capacity 543.5 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2482 mm
wheelbase 97.7 in
Length (milimeters) 4376 mm
Length (inches) 172.3 in
Width (milimeters) 1816 mm
Width (inches) 71.5 in
Height (milimeters) 1016 mm
Height (inches) 40 in
L:W ratio 1.76
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 1135 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 2502 lb
Weight distribuiton 53.00 %
Fuel capacity (litres)
Fuel capacity (UK Ga)
Fuel capacity (US Gal)

Aerodynamics

Drag coefficient 0.320
Frontal area
Cx

Chassis

Engine location Front
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle
Tyres
Wheels
Brakes F/R
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission 5M
Top gear ratio 0.78
Final drive ratio 4.10

General information

RAC rating 22.5
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1983 Lotus Excel PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1983

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