1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 205 kg more than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Chrysler New Yorker 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 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager, 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Voyager. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | New Yorker | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
