2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 11 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 466 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | i30 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
