1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Rover 825
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 Rover 825. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825 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 45 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 328 kg more than 1986 Rover 825. 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825. (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Town & Country | 825 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
