2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 626. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 779 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626. 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 626. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 626. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1985 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1985 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Town & Country | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2520 mm |
