1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 536 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
Model | Town & Country | CV-8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |