1998 Lotus Emme vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1998 Lotus Emme and 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 146 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 653 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Emme. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (315 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. 1998 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Emme has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Emme will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Emme | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Emme | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
