1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 429 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (151 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 304 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 1 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
