2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 140 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town & Country | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
