1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 41 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 71 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2009 Hyundai Azera, 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
Model | Town & Country | Azera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |