2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 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 (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 940 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Town & Country | 914 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
