1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 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 18 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 459 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Porsche 944 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 1986 Porsche 944. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Town & Country | 944 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |