1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 574 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | 190 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |