1977 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 29 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise 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 2006 Lotus Elise. 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Elise |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |