1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 293 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Focus |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2649 mm |