2003 Honda Life vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotus Elan weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Life | Elan |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |