1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Town & Country | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
