1994 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 411 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 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 1998 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic, 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, 1998 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Civic | Elise |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |