1991 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1993 Lotus Elan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Elan (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1993 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Elan |
Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |