1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 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 130 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 140 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lotus | Smart |
| Model | 340 R | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 33 L |
