1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 92 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Caprice | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |