1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra 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 89 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 794 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra 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 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
