1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Volvo S60

To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 541 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Town & Country 2004 Volvo S60
Make Chrysler Volvo
Model Town & Country S60
Year Released 1968 2004
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 401 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L