1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Azera is newer by 38 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, 2008 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera 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 1072 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2008 Hyundai Azera, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
Model | Town & Country | Azera |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |