1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Honda Capa is newer by 19 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 113 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 139 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. 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, 1999 Honda Capa, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa. 1999 Honda Capa 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. 1999 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Esprit | Capa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
