1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 345 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town & Country | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
