1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1980 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1980 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1980 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1980 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |