2002 Honda Logo vs. 1971 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2002 Honda Logo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Elan (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Logo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Lotus Elan.
Because 1971 Lotus Elan 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 1971 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Logo, 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, 1971 Lotus Elan (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Logo | 1971 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Logo | Elan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
