1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 8 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 432 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 722 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | GT 1 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |
