2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Town & Country | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 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 | 1854 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3230 mm |
