1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 36 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 886 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
