1983 Chrysler Executive vs. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1983 Chrysler Executive is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler Executive. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler Executive. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 760 kg more than 1983 Chrysler Executive. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Executive, 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler Executive. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler Executive.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler Executive | 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Executive | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3110 mm |
