1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Voyager | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |