2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1995 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1995 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | HR-V | Elan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
