2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Town & Country | Accord |
Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |