1993 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 850 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Mustang 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 1993 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mustang | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Mustang | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |