2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 67 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 515 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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 (285 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
