2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 77 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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 Jazz, 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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Jazz | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 31 L |
