1968 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chrysler |
| Model | Colt | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3300 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3078 mm |
