1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 624 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Soarer 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Town & Country | Soarer |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |