1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1993 Buick Century
To start off, 1993 Buick Century is newer by 24 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 58 more horse power than 1993 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Century.
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, 1993 Buick Century, 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) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 1993 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Town & Country | Century |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2662 mm |
