1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette 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 487 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | GT 1 | Vanette |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2080 mm |