1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 860 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
Make | Chrysler | Saab |
Model | Town & Country | Sonett |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2160 mm |