1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 864 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 1972 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Town & Country | 914 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
