1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1447 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus 340 R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Navara (404 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Navara | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | 340 R | Navara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
