2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 822 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Mustang | 340 R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
