1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 5 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 3,301 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 17 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Aerostar 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 1996 Ford Aerostar. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |