1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 476 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Centura | Elise |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |