1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto, 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Concerto | Elise |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |