2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chrysler | DAF |
| Model | Town & Country | 44 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2260 mm |
