1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1354 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Newport | Extreme |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2420 mm |
