2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 670 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Esprit | Today |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |