1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna 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 40 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | Town & Country | Magna |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |