1992 Honda CRX vs. 1971 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Elan (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Lotus Elan.
Because 1971 Lotus Elan 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 Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX, 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, 1971 Lotus Elan (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 1971 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | CRX | Elan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
