1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 20 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, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Newport | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Newport | M250 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2520 mm |