1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,112 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 614 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1942 Chrysler Town & Country 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 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Chrysler Town & Country | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Town & Country | Civic |
Year Released | 1942 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4112 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |