1999 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Civic | Elise |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |