1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1212 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus 340 R has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus 340 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Lotus | Dodge |
| Model | 340 R | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
