1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 426 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Town & Country | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |
