1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 731 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. (543 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Town & Country | Viper |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 495 HP |
Torque | 543 Nm | 678 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |