1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara 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 94 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 760 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Chrysler | Lada |
Model | Town & Country | Samara |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |