1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2003 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Elise. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 880 kg more than 2003 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Town & Country | Elise |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |