1988 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend 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 32 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 678 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Elise. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Legend | Elise |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |