1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 999 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
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 Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Newport | Exige |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |