1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 615 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Cadillac Eldorado 1992 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Cadillac Chrysler
Model Eldorado Town & Country
Year Released 1959 1992
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6382 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 345 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 263 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3040 mm