1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 897 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1987 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1987 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Esprit | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |
