1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Opel Omega

To start off, 2005 Opel Omega 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 77 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 552 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Chrysler Town & Country 2005 Opel Omega
Make Chrysler Opel
Model Town & Country Omega
Year Released 1969 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6286 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 219 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3190 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 75 L


 

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