1954 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 1954 Austin Princess 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 1954 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2005 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | Princess | Voyager |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |