2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Town & Country | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
