2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 110 L 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 170 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1972 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Skoda 110 L 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 1972 Skoda 110 L. 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 (332 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Town & Country | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 31 L |
