1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3.
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, 2011 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 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 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Town & Country | 3 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2639 mm |