1990 Honda Integra vs. 1984 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 57 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Integra | 1984 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Integra | Esprit |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |