1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 340 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Chrysler Town & Country 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Chrysler Hyundai
Model Town & Country Santa Fe
Year Released 1970 2004
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6284 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 190 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 297 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2130 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 72 L


 

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