1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 181 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Because 1969 Lotus Elan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Dodge Charger (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Charger | Elan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
