1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 230 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | 230 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3060 mm |