1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
Model | Town & Country | CJ |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2380 mm |