1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (141 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lotus Elise 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 2001 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Conquest | Elise |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
