2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 914 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Vauxhall Victor 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 1962 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
Model | Town & Country | Victor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 109 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |