1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 224 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 1997 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Town & Country | Firebird |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2570 mm |