1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 185 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | Vito |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |