1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 839 kg more than 2007 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Nomad | Elise |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
