1992 Lotus Elan vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, both 1992 Lotus Elan and 1992 Honda Integra were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Integra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra. 1992 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1992 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1992 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lotus Elan | 1992 Honda Integra | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Elan | Integra |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |