1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 1998 Lotus GT 1 and 1998 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 452 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 450 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, 1998 Honda CR-V, 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) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V. 1998 Honda CR-V 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. 1998 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | GT 1 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
