1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Ford Fairlane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 820 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 1968 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
