1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Town & Country | Esprit |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |