1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country 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 112 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 860 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Town & Country | Fusca |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |