2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 14 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 146 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Odyssey | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |
