1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 761 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Alpine V6 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 1989 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | V6 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3040 mm |
