1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 556 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Town & Country 2009 Toyota Corolla
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Town & Country Corolla
Year Released 1991 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2610 mm


 

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