1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti

To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 44 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) has 197 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 911 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Town & Country 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
Make Chrysler Daewoo
Model Town & Country Lacetti
Year Released 1968 2012
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 108 HP
Torque 543 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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