2008 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1995 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 1995 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Accord | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| 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 | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
