1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 7 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 23 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 551 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Acura EL | |
Make | Chrysler | Acura |
Model | Town & Country | EL |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2619 mm |