1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 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 453 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | GT 1 | 405 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |