1988 Honda Legend vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lotus Elan 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 1968 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Legend | Elan |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |