1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Opel Monza 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 1986 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Town & Country | Monza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
