2005 Acura MDX vs. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
