1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 17 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 511 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Savana 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 2008 GMC Savana. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana 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 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Town & Country | Savana |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3440 mm |