2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 5 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | YRV | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
