1993 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1991 Lotus Esprit 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 1991 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord, 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 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Esprit |
Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |