1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, both 1998 Hyundai Lantra and 1998 Lotus GT 1 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Lantra | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |