1998 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1998 Audi A8 is newer by 28 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, 1998 Audi A8 (300 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A8. (400 Nm). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
