2009 Acura TSX vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX.
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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TSX | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
