1977 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Accord | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |
