1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1995 Lexus SC

To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC 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 80 kg more than 1995 Lexus SC.

Because 1995 Lexus SC 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 1995 Lexus SC. 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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC 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 1995 Lexus SC
Make Chrysler Lexus
Model Town & Country SC
Year Released 1991 1995
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 3967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 150 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2700 mm


 

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