2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD.
Because 1977 Ford LTD 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 1977 Ford LTD. 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD 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 | 1977 Ford LTD | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | LTD |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3080 mm |