2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Because 1994 Ford Mustang 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 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |