1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1984 Holden Astra
To start off, 1984 Holden Astra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Town & Country 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) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Holden Astra. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1984 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Astra, 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, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Astra. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 1984 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Town & Country | Astra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2420 mm |
