1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 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 93 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 765 kg more than 1976 Renault 14. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | 14 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2540 mm |
