1996 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 196 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus.
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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Cirrus | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
