2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 933 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (285 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Town & Country | 204 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
