1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 40 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 837 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Town & Country | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 69 L |