1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1980 Porsche 930

To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 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 330 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.

Because 1980 Porsche 930 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 1980 Porsche 930. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Town & Country 1980 Porsche 930
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model Town & Country 930
Year Released 1991 1980
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3301 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2510 mm


 

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