1985 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 78 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Accord | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
