1999 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Accord | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
