1997 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 284 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Legend | Evora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
