1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino

To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 51 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.

Because 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Town & Country 1972 Ford Gran Torino
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Town & Country Gran Torino
Year Released 1991 1972
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 4095 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1681 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3000 mm


 

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