1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri 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 480 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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 GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | GT 1 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
