1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1979 Lotus Esprit 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 1979 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1979 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1979 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Lotus | Chrysler |
Model | Esprit | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3078 mm |