1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 69 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1121 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.
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1942 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Town & Country | Express |
Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4112 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |