2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Elise | Today |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |