2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1968 Honda S600
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 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S600 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 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 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Town & Country | S600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
