1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
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 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana 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 70 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 734 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Town & Country | Santana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
