1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1971 Renault 12
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 854 kg more than 1971 Renault 12. 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1971 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | 12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
