1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 454 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Viper.
Because 1991 Chrysler Viper 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 1991 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1991 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1991 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Viper | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Viper | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3078 mm |