1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 790 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
