1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,112 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town & Country | 200 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4112 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2810 mm |
