1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 975 kg more than 2012 Scion xD. 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 Scion xD, 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Chrysler | Scion |
| Model | Town & Country | xD |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
