1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (219 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2009 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | New Yorker | Elise |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2310 mm |
