1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort 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 95 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
