2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1997 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1997 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | GT 1 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
