2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 11 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 874 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Lumina | 340 R |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 198 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |