1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid

To start off, 1995 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 27 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 91 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 661 kg more than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 1995 Dodge Intrepid, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Intrepid.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Town & Country 1995 Dodge Intrepid
Make Chrysler Dodge
Model Town & Country Intrepid
Year Released 1968 1995
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 214 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 5123 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L


 

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