1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |