1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 45 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, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 720 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1942 Chrysler Town & Country 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 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | Town & Country | Samara |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4112 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
