1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1974 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Elite would be higher. Both 1995 Honda Step Wagon and 1974 Lotus Elite are equipped with a 1,973 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Elite (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Elite. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Elite. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1974 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1974 Lotus Elite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1974 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Step Wagon | Elite |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
