1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1966 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1966 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 1966 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Town & Country | 404 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
