2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 195 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town & Country | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
