1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1977 Ford Granada

To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.

Because 1977 Ford Granada 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 1977 Ford Granada. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Town & Country 1977 Ford Granada
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Town & Country Granada
Year Released 1991 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 2790 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 150 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2780 mm


 

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