1966 Audi Variant vs. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Chrysler Town & Country 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 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Audi Variant | 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Audi | Chrysler |
Model | Variant | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3190 mm |