1993 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 662 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Legend | Elise |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |