1972 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2000 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | New Yorker | Elise |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
