1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 124 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.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Town & Country | Terrain |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2858 mm |