2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Town & Country | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2340 mm |
