1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 18 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 27 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Chrysler Town & Country 2012 Ford Transit Connect
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Town & Country Transit Connect
Year Released 1994 2012
Body Type Minivan Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4587 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 2014 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2911 mm