1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 57 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 315 kg more than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Town & Country | Safari |
Year Released | 1942 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4112 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |