1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 19 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 256 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chrysler Town & Country 2011 Jeep Wrangler
Make Chrysler Jeep
Model Town & Country Wrangler
Year Released 1992 2011
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 164 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1936 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4404 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2946 mm


 

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