1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 595 kg more than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | New Yorker | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
