2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Town & Country | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3080 mm |
