1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (180 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Civic Del Sol | Elise |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 189 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |