1986 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 166 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Exige |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1954 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2299 mm |