1966 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 145 kg more than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1966 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. 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.
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1966 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Caprice | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |