1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Renault Scenic

To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 19 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 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 Renault Scenic. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Town & Country 2010 Renault Scenic
Make Chrysler Renault
Model Town & Country Scenic
Year Released 1991 2010
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2690 mm


 

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