2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 365 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 1975 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2950 mm |