2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
