2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1980 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 270 kg more than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1980 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
