1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 40 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 55 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 177 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Town & Country | Charger |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |