1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise. 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | New Yorker | Elise |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2310 mm |
