2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 900 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Town & Country | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
