2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 943 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Orion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
