1980 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 22 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Accord | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Elise |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |