2000 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1986 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S2000 | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | S2000 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 31 L |