2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 872 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lotus Excel 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 1986 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Chrysler Town & Country (332 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Town & Country | Excel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 31 L |
