1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 799 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Because 2003 Opel Speedster 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 2003 Opel Speedster. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Town & Country | Speedster |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |