1976 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 355 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit. 1976 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Sedan | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Sedan | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |
