1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 12 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
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 Stream, 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Esprit | Stream |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |