2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | 300 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |