1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 10 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 11 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan 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 | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Town & Country | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
