2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President 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 111 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 249 kg more than 1970 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Nissan President 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 1970 Nissan President. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1970 Nissan President | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Town & Country | President |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 237 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2860 mm |