1999 Honda Life vs. 1979 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lotus Esprit (160 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1979 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 1979 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 1979 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Life | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| 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 | 160 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
