2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (193 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 734 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (306 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Mustang | Emme |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
