1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 39 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 1164 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2009 Ford Fusion, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Fusion |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |