2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 151 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 417 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Town & Country | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
