2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | S2000 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
