2008 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1986 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 1986 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Esprit |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |