2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Town & Country | 204 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
