1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise 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 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto, 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Concerto | Elise |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
