1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 347 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Corvette (386 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
