1974 Chrysler 160 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler 160 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | 160 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
