1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 14 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 22 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Town & Country | Frontera |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |