2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 164 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Suburban | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |