1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 834 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Town & Country | 305 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
