2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Century 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 1986 Toyota Century. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Century. (289 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Town & Country | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
