1997 Honda Life vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 2008 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Life | Elise |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |