1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 26 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 81 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (224 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 646 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | Town & Country | Statesman |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |