1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lotus Esprit 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 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic, 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Esprit | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
