1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 584 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Town & Country | Magna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
