1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2003 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2003 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Elise. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2003 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2003 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Concerto | Elise |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |