1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude 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 2 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 460 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Town & Country | Prelude |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |