1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Lotus Seven 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 1959 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Town & Country | Seven |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2240 mm |
