1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 889 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Town & Country | 304 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
