1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 814 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. (431 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Town & Country | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |