1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | GT 1 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2440 mm |
