2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP) has 363 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Discovery | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 580 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
