1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 865 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | 340 R | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
