1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 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 59 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Town & Country | Swift |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2390 mm |