1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2011 Dacia Sandero is newer by 18 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 77 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 693 kg more than 2011 Dacia Sandero. 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dacia |
| Model | Town & Country | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
