2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Because 1971 Jensen Interceptor 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 1971 Jensen Interceptor. 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | Town & Country | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
