1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 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 60 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Town & Country | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
