1998 Lotus Emme vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 1998 Lotus Emme and 1998 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Emme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 357 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Because 1998 Lotus Emme is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus Emme. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Emme (354 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Emme | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Emme | Caddy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 354 Nm | 116 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |