1992 Lotus Elan vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1992 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lotus Elan. 2013 Honda Pilot 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. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lotus Elan | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Elan | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2775 mm |
