2004 Honda City vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda City, 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | City | Esprit |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |