2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780.
Because 1990 Volvo 780 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 780 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 780 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Town & Country | 780 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2780 mm |
