1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 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) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Town & Country | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
