2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 504 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 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 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1. 2000 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | LaCrosse | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2320 mm |
