1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 484 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Town & Country | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
