2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1989 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 409 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1989 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |