1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 413 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 2009 Honda Accord 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 2009 Honda Accord. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Town & Country 2009 Honda Accord
Make Chrysler Honda
Model Town & Country Accord
Year Released 1991 2009
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 199 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2710 mm


 

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