1978 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 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 | 2690 mm |