2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 920 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Town & Country | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
