2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 34 kg more than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Colorado | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
