1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz G 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 38 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 76 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | G |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |