1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1988 Holden Commodore

To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 19 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 55 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 786 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Chrysler Town & Country 1988 Holden Commodore
Make Chrysler Holden
Model Town & Country Commodore
Year Released 1969 1988
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6286 cc 5044 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 219 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 324 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3190 mm 2740 mm