1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 393 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | 340 R | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
