1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1204 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano 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 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Town & Country | Nano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2230 mm |
