2004 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 36 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 108 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 676 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A4 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
