2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 33 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 561 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Malibu | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |