1991 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1997 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Lotus Elise. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lotus Elise. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1997 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1997 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1997 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Elise |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |