1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Newport | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Newport | Etna |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2520 mm |