2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
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 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 849 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. 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 (332 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Town & Country | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
