1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 371 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Lagonda | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3190 mm |
