1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Town & Country 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 9 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 294 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Chrysler Town & Country 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Town & Country Legacy
Year Released 1994 1999
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 163 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2640 mm