2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1977 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus 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 162 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 921 kg more than 1977 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Taunus 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 1977 Ford Taunus. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1977 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
