1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 390 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1999 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GT 1 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
