1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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 559 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Town & Country | S60 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
