1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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 340 R (198 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | 340 R | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
