1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1964 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 485 kg more than 1964 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Zephyr 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 1964 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1964 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
