1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1997 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1997 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Lotus Elise. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1997 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1997 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1997 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Newport | Elise |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2310 mm |
