1992 Chrysler ES vs. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1992 Chrysler ES is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler ES. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 941 kg more than 1992 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler ES, 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler ES. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler ES | 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | ES | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
