1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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, 2005 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra 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 640 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Town & Country | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
