1982 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 706 kg more than 1982 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Crown | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
Model | Crown | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |