1998 Honda Life vs. 1985 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 278 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1985 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Life | Esprit |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |