1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra, 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Town & Country | Astra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
