1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 89 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 790 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Town & Country | SP2 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |