1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1991 Honda Integra
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 89 kg more than 1991 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit 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 1980 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra, 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Integra. 1991 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1991 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Esprit | Integra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
