1996 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 298 kg more than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1983 Lotus Esprit 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 1983 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Esprit |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |