2009 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 539 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lotus Seven 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 1970 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Seven |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |