2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lotus Esprit 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 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V, 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | HR-V | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
