2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 279 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Town & Country | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3040 mm |
