1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 146 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Town & Country | Altima |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |