1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Porsche 924
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 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 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 2 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 609 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 924 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 1987 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Town & Country | 924 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
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 | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |