1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1989 Honda Concerto

To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 47 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 550 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.

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, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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 1989 Honda Concerto
Make Chrysler Honda
Model Town & Country Concerto
Year Released 1942 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4112 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6800 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 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2560 mm


 

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