1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 556 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 1985 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Porsche | Chrysler |
| Model | 928 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
