1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 945 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus 340 R has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus 340 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Avanti | Lotus |
| Model | Avanti | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
