2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1984 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 53 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda HR-V | 1984 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | HR-V | Esprit |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
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 | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 31 L |