1989 Honda Integra vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Integra weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Integra | Elise |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |