2007 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 903 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Because 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 1998 Lotus 340 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | 340 R |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 198 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |