1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino is newer by 12 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) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 611 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. 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, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino, 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) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | El Camino | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3110 mm |
