1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona 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, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona 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 182 kg more than 2012 Kia Sedona.
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 Kia Sedona, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Town & Country | Sedona |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |