1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 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) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 482 kg more than 1969 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Riley 4 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 1969 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1969 Riley 4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Riley |
Model | Town & Country | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |