1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,112 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 86 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Town & Country | G6 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4112 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
