1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
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 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero 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) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 538 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Pontiac Fiero 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 1985 Pontiac Fiero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Town & Country | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2380 mm |
