1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 762 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1989 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1989 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Esprit | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
