1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 274 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Town & Country | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |