1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Nissan Versa

To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 15 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 601 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country.

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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chrysler Town & Country 2008 Nissan Versa
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Town & Country Versa
Year Released 1993 2008
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2610 mm


 

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