1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 43 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 83 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 592 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |