2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1971 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel 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 130 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 931 kg more than 1971 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Nissan Laurel 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 1971 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1971 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Town & Country | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
