1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 38 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 922 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Territory 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, 2006 Ford Territory 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Territory |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3982 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
