1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 605 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Prelude | Elise |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |