1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1983 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 881 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 1983 Dodge Daytona | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Town & Country | Daytona |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 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 | 2166 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |