1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 35 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 54 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 574 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Town & Country | Outback |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
