2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 829 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H1 (407 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hummer |
| Model | Town & Country | H1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3310 mm |
