1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 281 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50. 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Town & Country | V50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
