1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Astro | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
