2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 720 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
