1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 516 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Lotus Seven 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 1971 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude, 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 Prelude (159 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Prelude | Seven |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
