1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 38 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, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 256 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
Because 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Town & Country | RX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
