1988 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Escort | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
