1987 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Exige weights approximately 16 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Civic | Exige |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |