1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 70 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Chrysler Chevrolet
Model Town & Country Colorado
Year Released 1991 2012
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 150 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 433 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3210 mm


 

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