1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 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 69 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 510 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | 17 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |