1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Camaro | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 580 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
