2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Town & Country | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |