1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 321 kg more than 1985 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Avanti Avanti 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 1985 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
Model | Avanti | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |