1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | GT 1 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
