1998 Chrysler Neon vs. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Neon 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Neon. 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, 1998 Chrysler Neon, 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Neon. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1998 Chrysler Neon has manual transmission. 1998 Chrysler Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Neon | 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Neon | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3110 mm |
