1985 Cadillac Cimarron vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Cimarron would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 665 kg more than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. 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 (351 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (297 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Cimarron | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Cimarron | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
