1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 167 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.

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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Town & Country 2008 Honda Accord
Make Chrysler Honda
Model Town & Country Accord
Year Released 1968 2008
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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