2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1007 more horse power than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1988 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 147 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
Because 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 2001 Lotec Sirius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse, 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Lotec | Rover |
| Model | Sirius | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
