1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 466 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Town & Country 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Chrysler Land Rover
Model Town & Country Range Rover
Year Released 1968 2008
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 4197 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 391 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.1:1
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 2632 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2200 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 88 L


 

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