1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 17 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205, 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Town & Country | 205 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
