1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 37 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 510 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Town & Country | Pacifica |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |