2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina 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) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 820 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 (339 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Town & Country | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
