1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (205 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 189 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 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 Mercedes-Benz 380. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | 380 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3080 mm |