1991 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1991 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1991 Opel Corsa. 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Corsa. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1991 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1991 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Corsa | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Corsa | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
