1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 35 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape 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 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Escape |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
