1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 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 41 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 1975 Porsche 924. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Town & Country | 924 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2500 mm |