2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Blizzard 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 99 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 523 kg more than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Town & Country | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
