1990 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Civic | Elise |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
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 | 150 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 187 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |