2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Equinox | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
