1999 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, both 1999 Honda Civic and 1999 Lotus M250 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus M250 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lotus M250 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 1999 Lotus M250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Civic | M250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1180 mm |