1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1988 Porsche 944
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 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Town & Country | 944 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2390 mm |