1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 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 400 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 185 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | GT 1 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |