1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50

To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 20 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 56 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 725 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chrysler Town & Country 2012 Mazda BT-50
Make Chrysler Mazda
Model Town & Country BT-50
Year Released 1992 2012
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 164 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 257 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3010 mm


 

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