1999 Honda Insight vs. 1992 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lotus Elan weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Insight | 1992 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Insight | Elan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
