2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 981 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Orion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 116 L |
