1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT 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 17 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 402 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Town & Country | XT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
