1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 339 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude, 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Prelude | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Prelude | Elise |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 187 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |