1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 934 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda RX-4 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 1974 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda RX-4 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
Model | RX-4 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3078 mm |