1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler

To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 234 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.

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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Lotus GT 1 1996 Plymouth Prowler
Make Lotus Plymouth
Model GT 1 Prowler
Year Released 1998 1996
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 580 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 3950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 313 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 2080 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2880 mm