1997 Buick Century vs. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century, 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Century | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
